> If we're judging a mode of transport by its emissions, then EVs don't have to compete with ICEs. They have to compete with bikes and walking where those modes

> If we're judging a mode of transport by its emissions, then EVs don't have to compete with ICEs. They have to compete with bikes and walking where those modes of transport can reasonably displace cars. Emissions somewhere else than the place where they're used are irrelevant for the question whether to allow them in cities or not. EV cars are 100% emission free in cities and if you're being pedantic, they compare favourably to cyclists and pedestrians because these emit more CO₂ than EV car + driver due to being physically more active and exhaling CO₂.